Jackson County Public RecordsLouisiana

Jackson County, Louisiana, serves around 2,000 students across 8 public schools, including one high school. Approximately 81% of adults hold a high school diploma while only 13% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. Jackson Parish School District earned a “B” rating (score 83) on the Louisiana school performance score in 2023. The district offers programs in career and technical education, and adult education is available through nearby community colleges. School safety initiatives include security officers and updated emergency protocols. Graduation rates exceed state averages, reflecting the community’s ongoing commitment to educational improvement.

As of 2022, Jackson County, LA, has an employment-population ratio of approximately 51%. The largest industries are health care and social assistance (18%), manufacturing (13%), and educational services (12%). Top occupation types include office and administrative support (14%), production (12%), and management (11%). About 85% of workers commute by car, with an average commute time of 26 minutes; only 34% of residents work within the county, while the remainder commute mainly to Lincoln and Ouachita Parishes. Unemployment stands at around 3.7%, mirroring the state average.

Jackson County, LA, has a homeownership rate of about 77%, with median home values around $105,000 as of 2023 and median rents near $700/month. The market shows slow but steady value appreciation, averaging 2-3% annually. Housing mostly consists of single-family homes, with some mobile homes and few multi-unit complexes, spread across small towns like Jonesboro and Quitman. Property tax rates average 0.19%, among the lowest in Louisiana. Neighborhoods tend to be quiet and rural, offering affordable options for both buyers and renters.

Jackson County, LA, maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to state averages. According to recent FBI statistics, the county reported a violent crime rate of approximately 182 per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate near 1,250 per 100,000 in 2022. Local law enforcement emphasizes community policing and timely crime reporting. The sheriff’s office publishes annual crime reports, showing a steady or slightly declining trend in both violent and property crimes. Residents generally experience a safe environment, with most incidents involving minor theft or burglary rather than violent offenses.

Jackson County, Louisiana, has over 10,500 registered voters as of 2024, with Democrats and Republicans roughly evenly split at 48% and 47%, respectively. Voters participate in federal, state, and local elections, with turnout rates averaging 62% in recent general elections. The Jackson Parish Registrar of Voters manages registration and polling at 15 local sites. Recent election issues included school funding and road repairs. Election administration follows state standards, and the parish saw a 53%-47% Republican win in the 2023 gubernatorial race, reflecting its competitive political landscape.

As of the 2020 Census, Jackson County, LA, had a population of 15,031. The median age was about 41.8 years, with 21% under 18 and 19% over 65. The gender distribution was nearly even: 49% male and 51% female. Racially, the county was 68% White, 27% Black or African American, 2% Hispanic or Latino, and 3% other races or multiracial.